Learn how to make pickled ginger (gari), a delicious and healthy Asian recipe.
Pickled Ginger (Gari)
Servings
10
servingsPrep time
50
minutesCooking time
15
minutesDiscover how to make pickled ginger (gari) just like the kind served at the best Asian restaurants.
Ingredients
400 g (14 oz) peeled ginger, thinly sliced
3 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup vinegar
Directions
- Place the sliced ginger in a saucepan and pour boiling water over it until completely covered.
- In another saucepan, combine the vinegar, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring well, and let it cook for 5 minutes after it starts boiling.
- Drain the ginger and transfer it to a sterilized glass jar. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the ginger.
- Press the ginger slices down with a spoon so they are completely submerged in the liquid.
- Let it cool, then seal the jar with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
